Gold & Mining Markets: Gold stayed near US$4,500/oz in May, holding above US$4,400 as traders weighed Iran-U.S. tensions and global risk sentiment, with Guyana’s gold output expected to expand later this decade. Power & Utilities: GPL says it’s pursuing cost recovery after an excavator damaged key transmission lines on the East Bank Demerara corridor, and it also faces a looming powership contract extension fight amid warnings of possible outages. Energy & Oil Industry: ExxonMobil shareholders approved moving the company’s legal home to Texas, while Exxon also pushed ahead with offshore work tied to its gas-to-energy plans. Creative Economy: Stakeholders welcomed government consultations to strengthen Guyana’s copyright and intellectual property framework, seen as vital for the Orange Economy. Investment & Trade: GO-Invest and BritCham held a strategic investment roundtable in London to connect UK firms with Guyana’s opportunities in infrastructure, energy, logistics, manufacturing and more. Regional Development: President Ali announced a second boat for the Parika–Bartica route and new government service centres for Region Seven, aiming to cut travel time for key services. Safety & Business Disruption: A fire gutted the Demerara Shipping workshop on Water Street and spread to nearby businesses on Lombard Street, causing major losses. Education & Credentials: GTEC warned the public about 70 unrecognised tertiary institutions, urging due diligence on certificates. Sports Tourism: Tourism Guyana Titans set for a Tobago tour (June 3–8) to play three matches and market Guyana through cricket.